Near Elkton in Cecil County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Revolutionary War
American and British troops passed through Elk Landing.
The American troops were led by
General George Washington, and the British Troops
were led by General William Howe.
You may be on the very same ground that
General Washington once stood as he led our troops
into battle for our independence from British rule.
Erected by Historic Elk Landing Foundation, Inc., "The Patriot's Pathway".
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1775.
Location. 39° 35.766′ N, 75° 50.424′ W. Marker is near Elkton, Maryland, in Cecil County. Marker is on Landing Lane, on the right when traveling south. This has to be reached on foot. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 590 Landing Lane, Elkton MD 21921, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Strong Defense (a few steps from this marker); Native Americans in the 1600's (a few steps from this marker); Stone House (a few steps from this marker); Henry Deibert and E. Deibert Bros. Barge Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Hollingsworth House (within shouting distance of this marker); Carriage Steps (within shouting distance of this marker); Valentine Hollingsworth (1632-1710) (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Fort Hollingsworth (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Elkton.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 30, 2020, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. This page has been viewed 335 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 30, 2020, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. 2, 3. submitted on July 21, 2020, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.